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Sony Notebook User Guide
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Notice
© 2001 Sony Corporation. All rights reserved.
This manual and the software described herein, in whole or in part, may not be reproduced, translated, or reduced to any machine-
readable form without prior written approval.
Sony Corporation provides no warranty with regard to this manual, the software, or other information contained herein and hereby
expressly disclaims any implied warranties or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose with regard to this manual, the
software or such other information. In no event shall Sony Corporation be liable for any incidental, consequential, or special damages,
whether based on tort, contract, or otherwise, arising out of or in connection with this manual, the software, or other information
contained herein or the use thereof.
Sony Corporation reserves the right to make any modification to this manual or the information contained herein at any time without
notice. The software described herein is governed by the terms of a separate user license agreement.
Sony, DVgate, i.LINKTM and the i.LINK logo, JogDialTM , PictureGear, Memory StickTM and the Memory Stick logo, VAIO and the VAIO
logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. i.LINKTM is the name for the IEEE 1394-1995 standards and their revisions.
Microsoft®, Windows® and the Windows logo, Windows® Media and Outlook® are trademarks or registered trademarks of U.S.
Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.
Adobe®, Adobe® Acrobat® Reader, Adobe® Premiere® are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated.
QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks used under license. QuickTime is registered in the U.S. and other countries.
RealPlayer is a trademark or registered trademark of RealNetworks, inc. in the U.S. and other countries.
PowerPanel is a trademark of U.S. Phoenix Technologies Corporation.
Norton Antivirus is a trademark of Symantec.
All other names of systems, products and services are trademarks of their respective owners. In the manual, the TM or ® marks are not
specified.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Sony has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
The International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of
computers and their office equipment. The program backs the development and dissemination of products with functions that
effectively reduce energy consumption. It is an open system in which business proprietors can participate voluntarily. The targeted
products are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles and copiers. Their standards and logos are uniform
among participating nations.
ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.
Safety information
Owner's record
The model number and serial number are located on the bottom of your Sony notebook. Record the serial number in the space provided
here. Refer to the model and serial number when you call VAIO-Link.
Serial number: ________________________
Model number:
PC G - 731 M
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Warnings
General
Opening the unit, for whatever reason, could lead to damages that are not covered by the guarantee.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose your VAIO notebook to rain or moisture.
Avoid using the modem during a storm.
If reporting a gas leak, do not use a modem or telephone in the vicinity of the leak.
To change the backup battery, please contact your nearest Sony Service Center.
Audio/video
Audio and picture distortion may occur if this equipment is positioned in close proximity to any
equipment emitting electromagnetic radiation.
Connectivity
Never install modem or telephone wiring during a storm.
Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.
Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
Use your notebook only with the supplied AC adapter. To disconnect your notebook completely from
mains voltage, unplug the AC adapter.
Make sure that the socket outlet is easily accessible.
Never touch uninsulated telephone wire or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected
at the network interface.
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Hard disk drive
The magnetic properties of some objects can have serious consequences for your hard disk drive. They can
erase the data on the hard drive and cause the computer to malfunction. Do not place your computer near
or on any products which emit magnetic fields, mainly:
TV sets,
Speakers,
Magnets,
Magnetic bracelets.
Optical disc drive
The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this
product is harmful to the eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified
personnel only.
Danger - Visible and invisible laser radiation when open. Avoid direct exposure to beam.
Regulatory information
This product conforms to the following European Directives:
73/23/EEC (Low Voltage Directive)
89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC (EMC Directives)
93/68/EEC (CE Marking Directive)
1999/5/EC (radio equipment and telecommunications terminal equipment Directive)